Short-term rental houses in Dominican Republic

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Short-term rentals of houses in the Dominican Republic are regulated by Tourism Law 158-01, allowing tourists to rent properties directly from their owners with a minimum deposit of $100-300.

Prices for Daily Rental of Houses in the Dominican Republic

In the Dominican Republic, you can find villas, cottages, and townhouses for short-term rentals. Prices during the high season (December 15–April 15) are typically 35–50% higher due to the influx of tourists who have survived the winter. During low season (May–October), the opposite is true: discounts of up to 40% plus free nights are offered for bookings of 7+ nights.

Average daily rental prices for renting a house for a day in the Dominican Republic:

Location

Type of housing

Price per day
Punta Cana (Bávaro / Cap Cana) Villas $280–$950
Cottages $180–320
Townhouses $95–$170
Puerto Plata (Sosúa / Cabarete) Villas $190–580
Cottages $110–230
Townhouses $65–$120
Samana (Las Terrenas / Cosón) Villas $210–480
Cottages $130–270
Townhouses $80–$140

How to Rent a Villa for a Day in the Dominican Republic

All listings on our website are from licensed owners. Villas in the Dominican Republic can only be rented with a 100% deposit of 1-3 days. The contract is drawn up in Spanish and English and includes a mandatory cancellation penalty clause, typically a 50% deposit for cancellation of a weekly rental.

Local peculiarities for short-term rentals:

  • Inverter and tank. 90% of properties have a generator and water tank. Without them, power and water are out 2-3 times a week.
  • Mosquito nets. During the rainy season there are a lot of insects in the country.
  • Kitchen. Most often, a kitchen stove runs on gas, which is delivered to homes in cylinders and changed every 10 days.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-Term House Rentals in the Dominican Republic

Before renting a villa in the Dominican Republic for a day, check that the owner has a title deed. This is necessary, as up to 12% of properties in Samana are built on someone else's land. Check whether utilities, especially electricity, are included in the rent or are paid separately.

Short-term house rentals allow you to spend about $12 on self-catering, rather than $45 at a hotel. Plus, entry and exit regulations are relaxed.

With a tourist card (which is issued for only $10 upon entry into the country) and a passport, a foreigner can easily rent any property.

Renting a two-bedroom cottage in the Dominican Republic for a night costs approximately $85 off-season, rising to $130 at the start of the season. This cost can be split among four people, but for a fifth or subsequent child, an additional charge of approximately $20 per night is required.